Celebrating Canada’s 150th anniversary, this year’s annual Double Dollar Proof Set is struck completely in 99.99% pure silver and features a 24-karat gold-plated silver dollar (available only in this set) celebrating celebrating 150 years since Confederation in 1867! This proof set contains the 6 classic Canadian circulating coin designs loonie, toonie, beaver nickel, etc. , unlike the other, 2017 special edition proof set, in addition to the exquisitely beautiful commemorative silver dollar personifiying Canada! As Canada marks its 150th anniversary, the annual Double Dollar Proof Set. For 2017 represents a heartfelt celebration of what it means to be Canadian. The annual proof silver dollar shows Miss Canada in all her glory! Strong, wise and hopeful, the goddess. Embodies the ideals and aspirations of a nation that has proudly come into its own since its creation in 1867. Through the symbolic female figure gloriously depicted, this proof silver dollar presents a powerful personification of Canada – of her history, her people and her spirit. Is the visual embodiment of a nation that is today celebrating its 150-year journey, while looking ahead to the future. All this makes the 2017 gold-plated edition of the low-mintage (only 20,000) annual pure silver dollar. (found only in this set, and nowhere else) a must-have work of art for silver dollar collectors and lovers of all things Canadian! So it’s understandable why we’re so excited to bring you this amazingly beautiful silver dollar proof set celebrating Canada’s 150th birthday! The Annual Double Dollar Pure Silver Set – The Ultimate in Luxury Proof Sets! A Luxurious Set with Several Bonuses! – Yes, the nickel, loonie and toonie are all struck in pure silver! – In fact, all the coins in this set are struck in pure silver. Yes, this Pure Silver Proof Set is enhanced with a cover of genuine, black leather! The annual Silver Proof Set. Includes a full-proof-finish example of each and every one of the circulation coins of Canada, each of which features a design of national importance, including: Five Cent Beaver Nickel Ten Cent Bluenose Schooner Dime Twenty-Five Cent Caribou Quarter Fifty Cent Coat of Arms Half Dollar One Dollar Common Loon “Loonie” Two Dollar Bi-Metal Polar Bear “Toonie” All of these coins above are minted in. 9999 fine, pure silver. Including the five cent beaver. “Nickel”, gold-plated common loon. Dollar, and two dollar bimetallic polar bear. “Toonie”, which includes a 24-karat gold-plated core. None of these three coins were ever issued for circulation in silver! Every coin is struck with the Mint’s proof finish, with frosted cameo devices and dark, mirrored fields (or background). Each Pure Silver Proof Set also includes a commemorative pure silver. Proof dollar, enhanced with 24-karat gold plating. This special gold-plated silver dollar is found only in this set, although we do have the unenhanced proof silver dollar available separately. A Tour-de-Force Commemorative Silver Dollar Design! The design by Canadian artist Rebecca Yanovskaya features a contemporary take on a classic female allegory that personifies Canada on her 150th anniversary. Every element in this complex design represents a different political, historic, geographic and social aspect – it represents the story of a nation, conveyed by the intricate engraving and careful use of multiple finishes. In the foreground, the goddess. Rises up strong, majestic and bold. She bears a youthful appearance, given Canadas status as a relatively young nation. Is the very picture of grace and a vision of strength in her protective armor. She carries no weapon, a symbolic nod to Canadas historic peacekeeping role, and our efforts to bring peace throughout the world. Her brow is wreathed with a glorious garland of poppies, much as the lyrics of. Facing outward as though looking to the future. S gaze is calm and steady while her arms are open wide, ready to embrace what challenges and triumphs lie ahead. In one hand she holds the British North America Act, which represents the birth of the Dominion of Canada 150 years ago. In her other hand is a single feather that pays tribute to those who helped forge our nations path: the Native American peoples and the Fathers of Confederation. A fur cape is a further reminder of Native American traditions, as well as the importance of the fur trade in Canadas early history. This representation of fur clothing in no way condones the slaughter of innocent animals for human profit; one should not wear real fur. Faux fur is just as attractive, much less expensive, and the moths won’t eat it. Back to our allegory. Thirteen rays of light (one for each province and territory) shine down upon. While the waves at her feet represent the oceans (Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic) that surround the Great White North. The Canadian flags link air, land and sea, while in the background, Mount Logan (Canadas tallest peak, and the namesake of the X-Men character Wolverine) represents the diversity of the land, and alludes to the ability of Canadians to rise to the challenges we face – yesterday, today and tomorrow. This proof silver dollar has been minted in absolutely stunning fashion to the highest quality possible! Finished with world-class frosting, the image is struck against a brilliant field three times to achieve a crisp impression with outstanding detail. The special dies are hand polished and frequently replaced to maintain absolute perfection. This is one for the ages, folks – get yours today! This year the mint has imposed a strict. Mintage limit of only 20,000 for the Annual Double Dollar Pure Silver Proof Set, 5,000 less than in 2014 and 25,000 less than in 2011! In addition, this Pure Silver Proof Set is the only way to get the gold-plated. All collectors of Canadian dollar coins and all silver dollar collectors need this coin. These factors, combined with the premium packaging, make this set a great value! Technology Note – Gold Plating. The Royal Canadian Mints proprietary selective gold plating process is the most advanced in the world, resulting in unparalleled precision and beauty. The Royal Canadian Mint refines the purest silver in the world. The RCM is also the only mint in the world to issue commemorative coins in a. All coins in this double dollar silver proof set are 99.99% pure! The reverse of each coin features Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. In profile facing right. This portrait, the fourth effigy of the queen to appear on Canadian coinage, was executed by the artist Susanna Blunt. The legend ELIZABETH II D. REGINA (“Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God”) also appears. The coins are sealed a sturdy plastic lens, elegantly presented inside a large, genuine black leather book lined with black velvet and protected by a black outer box. An individually-numbered certificate with full specifications accompanies the set. 4 Dollars and 90 Cents. 9999 Fine (Pure) Silver. Rebecca Yanovskaya (Canada 150 Years silver dollar). The item “Canada 2017 7 Coin Silver Proof Set with Allegorical Miss Canada Gold-Plated $1″ is in sale since Sunday, March 12, 2017. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ Canada\Commemorative”. The seller is “talismancoins” and is located in Saint Louis, Missouri. This item can be shipped worldwide.